Staff at Dunfermline Carnegie Library & Galleries have accepted a handcrafted memento from Cincinnati.

Three sets of handmade coasters, depicting each of the city's seven Carnegie libraries, were presented at the historic Dunfermline venue, run by cultural charity OnFife.

The presentation was made by Diane Wright, a lifelong supporter and close associate of Cincinnati Public Libraries.

Ms Wright said: "Cincinnati’s main library branch has a wonderful ‘maker space’ for craft enthusiasts that includes 3D printers, engravers, sewing machines and printers.

"Library staff used the special printers to design and create three sets of seven coasters for me to deliver to the staff in this historic venue."

The presentation was made by Diane Wright (Image: OnFife) The first Carnegie Library opened in Dunfermline in 1883.

By the time of his death in 1919, the steel magnate helped fund the creation of more than 2,500 libraries in 14 countries, including around 1,700 in the US.

Ms Wright, who works for a community behavioural health organisation in Cincinnati, said: "Many of our clients live on very limited income, and libraries are a place of support and refuge for them, just as they were for me when I was growing up."

During the informal handover ceremony, Ms Wright told library staff: "Carnegie libraries have been an integral part of my life in Cincinnati since I moved there in my early twenties.

"I know all about the immeasurable impact these libraries have had on the citizens of our city since they were built with support from your native son, Andrew Carnegie."

Tracy McCafferty, venue manager, said: "We were thrilled to welcome Diane and celebrate the impact Andrew Carnegie’s legacy has had across the world.

"Diane’s enthusiasm for Carnegie Libraries is infectious.

"To quote another famous Scot, Robert Burns, it’s a great gift to be able to see ourselves as others see us."